Maureen was born September 23, 1946 in Hartford, CT to the late Irene Theresa Kotowski and William David Dougan Robinson of East Hartford. She attended and graduated from East Hartford High School.
Mrs. Farley was employed by Hartford Public Schools and later by the State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services; she retired from both.
Mrs. Farley was a lifelong resident of East Hartford, CT. She married Willie John Farley, Sr (a.k.a. “Farley”) and they made their home in East Hartford. Maureen was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished time spent with family. In addition to raising their children, she maintained her career as a Support Person for children with special needs.
A light hearted woman, she had a loving and gentle nature with a great sense of humor. She enjoyed crafting, knitting, thrift shopping, going to the casino with “Farley”, as well as attending the shows “Farley” and the band would perform. Maureen loved taking the grandkids to the beach!
Maureen is survived and will dearly be missed by 3 sons: Christopher Sr. of East Hartford CT, Willie Jr., of Manchester, CT, John (Blackshear), Sr and his wife, Diana of Springfield, MA, a brother: Mark Robinson and his wife Patty Hayes of Manchester, CT, a sister: Susan Atkinson of East Hartford, CT, 5 grandchildren: Christopher Jr, Cristina, John Jr, Nasya, and Ethan, 3 great grandchildren: Josiah, Messiah, and soon to be Cayden, a niece: Shanelle Sharpe and a nephew: Keith Shepard along with a host of relatives, friends and colleagues.
In addition to her husband, “Farley” of almost 60 years, Maureen was predeceased by her mother Irene Robinson, her brother Dennis Robinson, her sister Janice Robinson all of East Hartford, CT, and her sister Shelly Gay of Bangor, ME.
Maureen’s family would like to express their deep gratitude to the Glastonbury Health Center staff for their wonderful care and to those who demonstrated acts of kindness and support during her illness.
Calling hours for Maureen will be held Tuesday, November 22, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Newkirk & Whitney Funeral Home, 318 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, Connecticut 06108. A brief gathering prior to funeral home service will occur Wednesday, November 23, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 318 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, Connecticut 06108. A Funeral Home Service will occur Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at 11:00 AM, 318 Burnside Ave, East Hartford, Connecticut 06108. A Committal Service will occur Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at 11:45 AM at Silver Lane Cemetery, 1280 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.NewkirkandWhitney.com for the Farley family.
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